For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,945 students in Ramona, CA (there are 4 private schools, serving 159 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Ramona, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Ramona, CA are Mountain Valley Academy, James Dukes Elementary School and Future Bound Independent Study Secondary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ramona, CA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Ramona have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ramona, CA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain Valley Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1010 Ramona St.
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-3600
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-3600
Gr: K-12 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
James Dukes Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24908 Abalar Way
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-5060
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-5060
Gr: K-6 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Future Bound Independent Study Secondary
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
720 Ninth St.
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-2068
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-2068
Gr: 7-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
Ramona Community Montessori
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1010 Ramona St.
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-3600
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-3600
Gr: K-6 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Olive Peirce Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1521 Hanson Ln.
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-2400
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-2400
Gr: 7-8 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #66.
Ramona High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1401 Hanson Ln.
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-4000
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-4000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,404 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #77.
Mt. Woodson Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17427 Archie Moore Rd.
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-5120
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-5120
Gr: K-6 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #88.
Barnett Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
23925 Couna Way
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-3500
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-3500
Gr: K-6 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #99.
Hanson Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2520 Boundary Ave.
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-2100
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-2100
Gr: K-6 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1010.
Ramona Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
415 Eighth St.
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-4400
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-4400
Gr: K-6 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1111.
Montecito High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
720 Ninth St.
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-4300
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 787-4300
Gr: 9-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Ramona, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ramona Unified Community Day (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1401-c Hanson Lane
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-8513
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-8513
Gr: 2-12 | 24 students Minority enrollment: 21%
Sun Valley Charter (Closed 2009)
Charter School
2102 Main St.
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-8008
Ramona, CA 92065
(760) 788-8008
Gr: 9-12 | 115 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Ramona, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in Ramona, CA include Mountain Valley Academy, James Dukes Elementary School and Future Bound Independent Study Secondary.
How many public schools are located in Ramona?
11 public schools are located in Ramona.
What percentage of students in Ramona go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Ramona are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ramona?
Ramona public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Ramona are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Ramona include: James Dukes Elementary School vs. Barnett Elementary School, Hanson Elementary School vs. Ramona Elementary School, Mt. Woodson Elementary School vs. Ramona Elementary School
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